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Study Programs in Nova Scotia for International Students

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We list 6 programs for international students at 2 schools in Nova Scotia.

Tuition for international students runs from CAD $19,260 to CAD $30,500 a year. The middle program costs CAD $23,730.

Start dates: September (all), January (2) and May (1). 3 of the 6 offer a co-op option.

Programs
6
Schools
2
Lowest tuition
CAD $19,260
Middle tuition
CAD $23,730
Most common start
September
With co-op
3

All 6 programs, lowest tuition first

Tuition and minimums come from each school's published information, checked on February 7, 2026. Confirm with the school before you apply. Minimums are not offers.

  • Business Administration

    Cape Breton University

    Sydney, Nova Scotia

    CAD $19,260

    tuition per year, international

    Level
    Bachelor's Degree · BBA
    Length
    4 years
    Intakes
    Starts: January, May, September
    Co-op
    No co-op listed

    Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.5

    We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.

    Check on school site
  • Information Technology

    Cape Breton University

    Sydney, Nova Scotia

    CAD $19,260

    tuition per year, international

    Level
    Bachelor's Degree · BIT
    Length
    4 years
    Intakes
    Starts: January, September
    Co-op
    No co-op listed

    Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.5

    We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.

    Check on school site
  • Public Health

    Cape Breton University

    Sydney, Nova Scotia

    CAD $19,260

    tuition per year, international

    Level
    Bachelor's Degree · BScPH
    Length
    4 years
    Intakes
    Starts: September
    Co-op
    No co-op listed

    Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.5

    We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.

    Check on school site
  • Commerce

    Dalhousie University

    Halifax, Nova Scotia

    CAD $28,200

    tuition per year, international

    Level
    Bachelor's Degree · BCom
    Length
    4 years
    Intakes
    Starts: September
    Co-op
    Co-op option

    Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 70% average · IELTS 6.5

    We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.

    Check on school site
  • Computer Science

    Dalhousie University

    Halifax, Nova Scotia

    CAD $28,200

    tuition per year, international

    Level
    Bachelor's Degree · BSc
    Length
    4 years
    Intakes
    Starts: September
    Co-op
    Co-op option

    Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 70% average · IELTS 6.5

    We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.

    Check on school site
  • Engineering

    Dalhousie University

    Halifax, Nova Scotia

    CAD $30,500

    tuition per year, international

    Level
    Bachelor's Degree · BEng
    Length
    4 years
    Intakes
    Starts: September
    Co-op
    Co-op option

    Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 70% average · IELTS 6.5

    We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.

    Check on school site

Nova Scotia: common questions

Business Administration at Cape Breton University in Sydney, Nova Scotia, at CAD $19,260 a year in tuition. The highest in this list is Engineering at Dalhousie University, at CAD $30,500 a year. Fees change every year, so confirm the current fee on the school site before you apply.
Across the 6 programs in this list with a published fee, the middle tuition is CAD $23,730 a year. Tuition is only part of the cost. For a study permit you must also show money for living costs: CAD $23,448 for a single applicant from 1 September 2026, plus your first-year tuition and travel.
In this list, September: 6 programs, January: 2 programs and May: 1 program. Many schools close applications for international students months before the start date, so check the deadline on the school site early.
3 of the 6 programs list a co-op option. Co-op lets you work in your field as part of your studies. International students usually need a co-op work permit for it, so ask the school how they handle this.
Not always. It depends on the school, the program, its length and, for many college programs, the field of study. Each program above shows its PGWP status as we have it on record. Confirm with the school, and use our free PGWP checker before you pay a deposit.

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